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Nebraska 12 Year Old Arrested For DUI

Lincoln Nebraska police arrest a 12 year old boy for a DUI after colliding with a fence a stop sign and a parked car. He apparently had a BAC of .14, nearly twice the legal drinking limit for an adult over 21. This is not his first incident with the law, he allegedly had a similar hit and run in June.

Read the full story here.

If you have a DUI (and are of legal driving age) in the state of Nebraska or Kansas and need an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle, Smart Start of Nebraska and Kansas is here to serve you needs. Smart Start provides the best ignition interlock devices on the market. Smart Start will give you the best product at the same price as our competitors give you outdated, unreliable equipment. Call Smart Start at our 24 hour toll free customer relations line, 1-866-747-8278! We are always available to answer your questions.

Another Study Proves Ignition Interlocks Effective.

A professor at Duke has been studying the effectiveness of ignition interlocks. Below is an except from a story about this study.

“Duke professor Philip Cook and a collaborator write in the New York Times that while ignition-interlock devices for preventing drunk driving are ”highly effective,” they are rarely installed in the cars of people who have been known to drive while intoxicated. Cook and Maeve E. Gearing write, “People driving while intoxicated still cause about 13,000 deaths a year in the United States. And of the 1.4 million arrests made, one-third involve repeat offenders. The greatest potential of ignition interlocks is to reduce this recidivism.”

They continue, “Eight states now mandate that interlocks be installed in the cars of all drunk-driving offenders, and another 25 require them for repeat offenders or those whose blood-alcohol content was far higher than the legal limit. Still other states give judges the option to order interlock installation. But implementation of these measures has lagged. Judges often fail to order installation, even when the law requires it. Offenders routinely ignore orders to get interlocks. And in areas where the installation is voluntary, few offenders install them. In 2007, only about 146,000 interlocks were in use…The ignition interlock could be an extraordinarily effective way to prevent drunk-driving recidivism. But it can save lives only if we make sure people use it.”

Another reason to get ignition interlock devices on the vehicles of those who have proved to need them. Interlocks are only effective when on the vehicles of previous offenders.

If you or someone you know has questions about ignition interlocks in Kansas or Nebraska, or need an installation call 1-866-747-8278. Smart Start of Kansas and Nebraska is always willing to answer your ignition interlock questions, we are available 24 hours a day.

Nebraska Woman Gets 2 DUI’S in Same Night

A Lincoln Nebraska woman get picked up for two DUI’s in the same night. Not only was she picked up driving the same vehicle in both arrests, but it was also by the same officer. This type of offense would be eliminated if there was a law requiring an ignition interlock device be installed as a condition of bond for an alcohol related offense. Many states already have such laws on the books. It makes it impossible to commit the same crime in that vehicle again for the duration of the installation of the interlock device.

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Smart Start of Nebraska stands behind any legislation which prevents a drunk driver from operating a vehicle on the roads of Nebraska. Ignition interlock does just that. For more info on Ignition Interlock in the state of Kansas or Nebraska visit our website below.

Kansas – www.smartstartkansas.com

Nebraska – www.smartstartnebraska.com

Nationwide – www.smartstartinc.com

To schedule an installation of an ignition interlock device in Kansas or Nebraska please call 1-866-747-8278!

Joba Chamberlain DUI Case Delayed.

Chamberlain who was 1 1/2 times the the legal limit when picked up on Oct. 18 last year will have to wait till January to have his case heard. One possible sanction for this type of charge is having and ignition interlock device installed on his vehicle.

Smart Start of Nebraska installs the smallest, most technologically advance ignition interlock device in Nebraska. If you have a similar case and are required to install an ignition interlock device in Nebraska we would be happy to help in any way we can. To see pictures of our ignition interlock devices click here.

To schedule an appointment to have an ignition interlock device installed or to have a service done in Nebraska or Kansas feel free to call 1-866-747-8278. Smart Start has a 24 hour toll free hotline to make sure our customers are ALWAYS taken care of.

16 DWI Issued in High Visibility Checkpoint in Omaha, NE

Troopers with the Nebraska Highway Patrol used extra hours during a special enforcement to take several intoxicated drivers off the road.

“In addition to the 16 DWI arrests, 10 open container violations were issued and one juvenile was cited for Minor in Possession of Alcohol (MIP). Five people were arrested for Driving under Suspension. During the special enforcement effort, troopers wrote 210 citations & warnings and issued 108 violation cards.”

Smart Start of Nebraska works with DUI offenders to help them get their driving privileges reinstated legally. With the use our ignition interlock devices we can help those affected by a DUI to get back on the road. While taking care of their restrictions with the court. Smart Start of Nebraska is an approved ignition interlock provider and currently provides these services statewide. We have locations in Omaha, Lincoln, Norfolk, Grand Island, Kearney, Hastings, Beatrice, McCook and Scottsbluff.

To schedule an appointment to have an ignition interlock device installed at any of our convenient locations call 1-866-747-8278. Or if you have any questions how we can help you in your particular situation we would be happy to help.

For addition information you can check out our website at www.smartstartnebraska.com!

Cornhusker Tight End is racking up more that completion yards.

Nebraska Cornhusker tight end will get accustomed to Nebraska’s DUI laws in a hurry. Hunter Teafatiller has been charged with his second DUI in just under 2 years. Teafatiller will have his probation revoked and will lose his license for a year. He will additionally serve another 10 days in jail for this offense. Full article here.

This is another example of how extended periods of Ignition Interlock on first time offenders could prevent recidivism. Ignition Interlocks have been proven to reduce recidivism by up to 90%. This is an incredible number.

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To have an ignition interlock installed in Nebraska, choose one of our convenient NE locations. Then call 1-866-747-8278 to schedule an appointment at your most convenient location. Smart Start of Nebraska provides the newest most technologically advance ignition interlock devices in Nebraska. Better yet, we offer the cheapest prices. You read that right, you get the best devices available in Nebraska yet at the cheapest price. You will feel like you were the 1,000,000th customer, only we give that kind of treatment to each and every client.

For more information, visit our websites.

www.smartstartnebraska.com , Nebraska!

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www.smartstartinc.com , Any of our nationwide locations!

Why Choose Smart Start for Ignition Interlock?

If someone was to offer you one of the following vehicles for the exact same price which one would you choose?

While Smart Start ignition interlock devices have many advantages, one nice thing is they just look better. Yes we offer the best service in the market with our hundreds of service and installation sites across the United States, and our 24 hour toll free service line for questions or service. Yes we offer professional installation, with certified technicians to ensure that your vehicle is unharmed. Yes we have convenient scheduling and NEVER charge missed appointment fees. Yes we have remote unlocking capabilities to prevent you from having to have your vehicle towed in the case that you miss an appointment. Yes we have fuel cell alcohol specific devices, so you won't get a false positive while eating spicy foods, fueling your vehicle or smoking. Yes we take care of all your paperwork to ensure that you get your license back on time when completing a DMV or court ordered sanction. BUT WE DONT CHARGE EXTRA FOR IT!!!!

You read that correctly, at Smart Start you get all this and more and we don't charge you more for the extra services that we provide, and on top of that it looks like the Cadillac of interlock devices.

Expect the best from your interlock provider, we WANT to be your interlock provider, we will treat you with respect and are discreet with your information. We will do all we can to provide you with the best possible service, so go ahead, expect the best out of us, you may be surprised how easy this experience can be.

To get information or to schedule an installation at an of our Smart Start locations in Kansas or Nebraska you can call us at 1-866-747-8278. You can also contact us here on the web, or by emailing us at info@smartstartkansas.com.

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Nebraska passes Ignition Interlock legislation, while ABI fights it in Ohio.

Sarah Longwell, who is the managing director for American Beverage Institute, was in the Ohio Statehouse last week. She seems to pop up just about anywhere ignition interlock laws are in the works lately. Ms. Longwell is obviously out fighting to protect the people that she represents and their profits, but at what cost? She made a comment that, "This bill mandates that people one sip away from 0.0799 receive a punishment normally reserved for high-(blood-alcohol-content), repeat offenders," Truth is most legislation gives increased sanctions for those who are repeat offenders. She has also made comments to the effect that ignition interlock legislation would prevent someone from having a beer at a ball game, or a glass of wine with dinner. She somehow forgets that ignition interlocks are not being installed on people who have not already shown a lack of ability to stay under the LEGAL limit of .08. Even though she says it is more dangerous to talk on a cell phone while driving than to be at .08.

Another interesting statement that she made, "While both have committed a crime, they are very different types of criminals.". I want to ask her how someone becomes a repeat offender without ever being a first time offender? She often tries to separate repeat offenders from 1st time offenders as two completely different groups of people. I know it may seem like a hard concept but repeat offenders were 1st time offenders at one point as well. As New Mexico has shown, implementing ignition interlocks for 1st time offenders has the ability to lower alcohol related accidents by 35%.

Even while the ABI opposes ignition interlock laws states are seeing through to the facts. Many states have ran and passed new or enhanced ignition interlock laws. Although the first time offender ignition interlock bill in Kansas this year will be studied over the summer, Nebraska Senate passed LB 497 this session.

LB 497 expands and broadens the use of ignition interlock in Nebraska. This bill now includes interlock for all first offenders who refuse to take a preliminary breath test. First time refusal now will end in the use of ignition interlock in Nebraska as well. LB 497 has been signed by the Governor and has an emergency clause that makes it effective immediately.

Nebraska Woman Arrested for DUI, Child Abuse

Below is a press release put out by Sarpy County Sheriff Department. Unbelievable story of what the disease of alcoholism can make a person do. If she would have had an ignition interlock she would have been forced to either walk to get her alcohol or have someone bring it to her. Smart Start of Nebraska has two locations to have an ignition interlock device installed a very short drive from where this lady was arrested.

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Sarpy County Sheriff arrested Krista Kay STIRES, age 30 of Bellevue this morning after a traffic stop. The arrest was made near Kennedy Freeway (H.75) south of Bellevue. STIRES was arrested for 4th offense DWI, Intentional Child Abuse and Driving under Suspension/Revocation. She is currently being held with out bond at the Sarpy County Jail.
STIRES was arrested at 7:51 AM and tested over the legal limits of BAC .08. Her Nebraska driving privileges are suspended/revoked from a previous DWI conviction.
It was discovered that STIRES had left her 3 ½ month old baby at home alone while she drove to replenish her alcoholic beverage supply. The baby was removed and placed in care of Nebraska Health and Human services.
Call Lt. Russ Zeeb at 681-0929 if any questions.

Seven Stopped for DUI in Grand Island, Nebraska Checkpoint.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol Troop C Headquarters- Grand Island, arrested seven drivers for driving under the influence. This enforcement effort was a success, removing impaired drivers and making roads safer in Nebraska.

Smart Start of Nebraska adding locations!

Smart Start of Nebraska, a company providing ignition interlock services statewide in Nebraska, is now set to increase our coverage network. Smart Start will add shops in Kearney, Nebraska as well as Beatrice, Nebraska in the coming month.

Smart Start always strives to have a locations near anyone needing an ignition interlock device. We are pleased to offer our clients more locations, to make the process as easy as possible. More locations will follow as we continually increase our coverage of the state. If you have suggestions where you would like to see us come feel free to contact us and I will make every effort to serve your needs.

Any client needing an install at either one of these locations can mention this web post when scheduling to receive $15 off of their installation.

Smart Start now has locations to serve you ignition interlock needs in the following cities in Nebraska.

Omaha, Lincoln, Norfolk, McCook, Hastings, Grand Island, Scottsbluff.

New Nebraska Ignition Interlock Law

Just a month after LB736 took hold in Nebraska there are still plenty of people talking about it. Here is another nice piece about the new Ignition Interlock bill.

Smart Start of Nebraska offers interlock services all throughout the state. While we currently have locations all over the state we are constantly adding stores. We want you to have the most convenient locations to serve you during your interlock restriction period. For a list of all of our locations to install or service your ignition interlock device in Nebraska click on this link here.

Smart Start of Nebraska is always happy to answer any questions that you may have, just call us at our 24 hour toll free number. 1-866-747-8278. Smart Start wants you to have a wonderful experience that starts with our professional certified technicians installing the device in your car, and is backed up by our exceptional customer service. Smart Start of Nebraska will always treat you with respect, just let us know how we can earn your business.

To schedule an installation in Kansas or Nebraska call 1-866-747-8278

To schedule an installation at any of our other locations across the United States, call 1-800-880-3394.

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Nebraska Cracks down on DUI over holiday.

During the holiday "You Drink, You Drive, You Lose" campaign troopers will put in extra hours to protect Nebraska roadways. The Nebraska Office of Highway Safety (NOHS) grant of $27,000 will cover additional overtime hours.

Extra enforcement of accident causing violations will conducted in the following areas; Lincoln, Omaha, Norfolk, Grand Island,North Platte and Scottsbluff.

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